Peach Pretzel Salad Dessert (Print)

Crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cheese layer, and peach gelatin create a cool, indulgent summer treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 2.5 cups (about 250 g) pretzels, crushed
02 - 180 g granulated sugar
03 - 170 g unsalted butter, melted

→ Cream Cheese Layer

04 - 340 g cream cheese
05 - 180 g granulated sugar
06 - 10 ml vanilla extract
07 - 340 g whipped topping (e.g., non-dairy whip or stabilized cream)

→ Peach Gelatin Layer

08 - 170 g peach flavored gelatin powder
09 - 480 ml boiling water
10 - 480 ml ice water
11 - 600 g fresh peaches, peeled and diced

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Lightly butter the base and sides of a 23 x 33 cm baking pan.
02 - In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine crushed pretzels, 180 g granulated sugar, and melted butter. Firmly press mixture into an even layer in the prepared pan.
03 - Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow it to cool completely before proceeding.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, remaining 180 g granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in whipped topping until well incorporated.
05 - Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pretzel crust, ensuring to seal the edges to prevent leakage.
06 - Dissolve peach gelatin powder in 480 ml boiling water, stirring well. Add 480 ml ice water and mix until fully combined.
07 - Fold diced peaches into the gelatin mixture. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, or until the gelatin starts to thicken but remains pourable.
08 - Gently pour the gelatin-peach mixture over the cream cheese layer. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until fully set.
09 - Slice into squares and serve chilled. Optionally, top each portion with additional whipped topping.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For a finer textured crust, use a food processor to evenly crush the pretzels.
02 - Carefully spread the cream cheese layer to completely seal the pretzel base and prevent sogginess.
03 - Incorporate diced peaches into the gelatin while it is still warm to preserve fruit color and freshness.
04 - The gelatin and peach mixture is ready to layer once the peaches are suspended evenly without sinking.
05 - Enhance presentation with a generous dollop of whipped topping on each serving.

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